Hakuna Matata: What should not be missing from your packing list

Important documents

• Passport: Valid for at least 6 months after return date
• Visa: If necessary (inform in advance)
• Airline tickets: Digital and printed
• Vaccination certificate: With proof of required vaccinations
• Travel insurance: Confirmation and contact numbers
• Credit card/debit cards: For cash withdrawals and payments
• Emergency contacts: On paper and digitally

Outfits

• Breathable shirts and pants: Lightweight, quick-drying materials
• Long sleeve clothing: Protection against mosquitoes and sun (e.g. linen or cotton)
• Rainjacket/windbreaker: For variable weather
• Warm layers: For cool evenings and mornings (e.g. fleece)
• Hat/cap: Sun protection
• Comfortable lightweight hiking shoes or sneakers: For safaris or hikes
• Sandals/flip flops: For relaxing days
• Swimwear: For pools or water activities
• Tubcloth/scarf: Protection against dust and sun

Travel Gear

• Backpack/daypack: For day trips
• Travel bag/suitcase: Soft shell case recommended for easy transportation
• Water bottle: Reusable (preferably with filter)
• Binoculars: For wildlife viewing
• Camera/cell phone: With enough memory and spare battery
• Travel and animal/bird guides: For information
• Flashlight/headlamp: For camps or evenings
• Pocket knife

Personal hygiene

• Travel pharmacy
  
  • painkillers, diarrhoea tablets, patches
  • Mosquito repellent with DEET
  • sun protection (high SPF)
  • aloe vera gel (after sunburn)
  • Travel sizes of shampoo, soap and toothpaste
  • disinfectants
  • ev. malaria prophylaxis
• Hand sanitizer
• Wipes
• Detergent for hand washing

Technique

• Adaptors: Depending on the country
• Power bank: For long trips or camps without electricity
• Mobile phone/laptop/tablet: With charging cables
• Offline apps: cards, translator

Miscellaneous

• Cash (can be changed at the airport): for tips
• Lightweight sleeping bag or liner: For campsites
• Snacks/nuts: For long trips
• Zip bag: For trash or order in luggage
• Dry shampoo: For camps without running water

Optionally

• Travel hair dryer: travel size, if necessary
• Travel hammock: For relaxation in camp
• Books/e-readers: For rest breaks
• Diving mask: For water activities

With this list, you're perfectly prepared to experience Africa in all its diversity! If you still have questions, we are always at your disposal.